Life Span of Different Roof Materials

Are you looking for a long-lasting roof? Or do you plan to sell in 10-15 years and want good value for a shorter period of time? This brief overview of the lifespan of various roofing materials will help you make your decision about which type to choose. We’ll list them in order from shortest to […]

How Much Does the Price of Oil Affect the Cost of a New Roof

We got to talking about gas and oil prices the other day. Someone asked if we thought oil prices affect the cost of a roof. Well we did some thinking and Roofing Tutor came up with this short article on the subject. Oil prices don’t cause roofing prices to fluctuate like gas prices, but they […]

Common Roofing Damages Caused by Hurricanes and High Winds

Hurricane, tropical storms and windstorms are devastating to roofs. High winds tear off shingles and other roofing material and leave the wood roof deck vulnerable to the damaging effects of rain. In some cases, roofs can be torn off completely, even where hurricane straps are in use. Here are common roofing damages caused by hurricanes […]

The Best Roofing Material for Your Region

What’s the best type of roofing for your region? Where you live helps determine which types of roofing material are right for your home. There’s certainly a lot of overlap, but it will help you make a good long-term decision about roofing material if you understand how each type handles the climate in your area. […]

Which Roofing Material Fits Your Budget Best?

Over the past several weeks we at Roofing Guide have been looking at most of the top roofing materials and the cost of installing each of them. This article is designed to give you a review of those articles and let you click back and forth to each so you can compare various products and […]

Free Slate Shingle Guide for Estimating the Cost of Slate Roofing

Slate is a roofing material that has a long history of use. It is uniquely beautiful and incredibly long lasting. It is also one of the most expensive types of material used in roofing. Quality slate roofs withstand the elements very well, including rain, wind and hail. Slate roofing is also very low-maintenance, is energy […]

Free Wood Shingles and Shakes Price Guide for Estimating the Cost of Wood Shingles and Shakes Roofing

We at Roofing Tutor have been reviewing different roofing materials and their costs. This review is on Wood Shingles.Wood shingles and shakes have many excellent qualities as roofing materials.  They add value and unique beauty to a home and are more durable than many people think. Those made from cedar or redwood naturally resist water. […]

Asphalt Shingle Price Guide for Estimating the Cost of Asphalt Shingle Roofing

Asphalt shingles continue to be the most widely used type of roofing on today’s homes.  They are easy to install, very durable, and come in dozens of colors and styles to give each home the look desired. Affordable materials combined with 20-30 years of longevity make it is easy to understand while asphalt shingles remain popular. […]

Free Clay Tile Price Guide for Estimating the Cost of Clay Tile Roofing

Clay tiles are not for everybody, however with innovations in design and manufacturing, attractive clay tiles are available in dozens of colors and styles. Clay tiles are now  stronger and more durable too, and 50-year warranties are common. Understanding the history of clay tiles might help you decide if clay is the best way to […]

Metal Roof Price Guide for Estimating the Cost of Metal Roofing

Metal roofing continues to gain popularity as homeowners discover its many advantages. As of Jan 2014 the number of new construction jobs using metal roofing jumped to over 11%. If you think of metal roofing as the rusting, ugly stuff you see on farm houses and the barns next to them, you might want to […]

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